Hugh
boy name#732 in 2025Hugh entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #69 in 1887, ranks #732 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#732
rank today
#69
peak (1887)
360
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #74 |
| 1890s | #80 |
| 1900s | #103 |
| 1910s | #112 |
| 1920s | #125 |
| 1930s | #140 |
| 1940s | #171 |
| 1950s | #228 |
| 1960s | #303 |
| 1970s | #466 |
| 1980s | #619 |
| 1990s | #800 |
| 2000s | #937 |
| 2010s | #875 |
| 2020s | #762 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hugh has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 33,000 people named Hugh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hugh alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hugh in 2025?
- Hugh ranks #732 among US boy names in 2025, with 360 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hugh most popular?
- Hugh peaked in 1887, reaching #69 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hugh with classmates?
- Hugh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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